Survey Design Technician 4

KCI; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

KCI Technologies, Inc. in Pittsburgh seeks a skilled survey drafter to draft survey drawings using AutoCAD Civil3D, Carlson, and MicroStation ORD. You will support field surveys with a team of survey technicians and a project manager.

The role requires a high school diploma, 4 years of relevant experience, and strong AutoCAD proficiency. You will review standards, coordinate with local agencies, and help ensure ISO-compliant project delivery.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 4 years of survey/drafting experience.
• Strong knowledge and proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Experience with Civil3D, Carlson, or MicroStation ORD preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License and pre-employment screenings may be required.

Responsibilities

• Draft survey drawings using AutoCAD Civil3D, Carlson and/or MicroStation ORD, ensuring standards are met and approved by authorities.
• Work with a team of survey technicians and drafters under supervision of a project manager/Professional Land Surveyor.
• Review and interpret land survey standards, technical documents, and local jurisdiction details.
• Place Utility One Calls, manage responses, and interpret utility data.
• Prepare thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, calculations, sketches, and plans with guidance from senior staff.
• Review projects with customers and answer technical questions.
• Adhere to company policies and ISO compliance requirements.
• Strive to achieve or exceed budgeted utilization targets.
• Attend bi-weekly or more frequent meetings with project teams.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil3D

Carlson

MicroStation ORD

Education

High School Diploma/GED

4+ years of relevant work experience

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil3D

Carlson

MicroStation

Job description

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge

At KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world‑class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employees have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us.

Company

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee‑owned engineering, consulting, and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting‑edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning. KCI is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News‑Record’s list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package, family‑friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

Equal Opportunity

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply. KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft survey drawings using AutoCAD Civil3D, Carlson and/or MicroStation ORD, ensuring they meet the required standards for KCI and are approved by federal, state, and local agencies.
• Work with a team of survey technicians and drafters under the supervision of a project manager/Professional Land Surveyor to support the practice.
• Review and interpret land survey standards, technical documents, and local jurisdiction details.
• Place Utility One Calls, manage responses from One Call requests, and interpret and process the utility data.
• Prepare thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations, sketches, and plans with guidance from senior technicians and project managers/Professional Land Surveyors.
• Able to review projects with customers and answer technical questions.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures, ensuring projects meet ISO compliance requirements.
• Strive to achieve or exceed the budgeted individual utilization target.
• Attend bi‑weekly or more frequent meetings with project teams to discuss progress and address any issues.
• Consult and coordinate with other practices and sub‑consultants as required.
• Demonstrate commitment to team performance and actively participate in meetings.
• Complete all assigned tasks on time, within budget, and in accordance with the project scope.
• Compare field data to base plans to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Essential Duties and Responsibilities are the basic job functions that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation.

The job description is not designed to contain a complete listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

Qualifications

Education and/or Skills Required

• High School Diploma/GED
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience.
• Strong knowledge and proficiency in AutoCAD.

Education And/or Work Experience Preferred

• Experience with Microsoft Suite; Photoshop and Google Earth.

Certificates, Licenses, And/or Registrations Required

• Valid Driver’s License
• Pre‑employment drug screening and background check are conditions of employment. Background and motor vehicle checks may be required based on position.